Applications are open for if Design Student Award 2025. One of the world’s premier design awards for students, receiving roughly 10,000 entries annually from all over the world. iF Design, together with our Sponsors offers a platform for innovative student concepts. Winners gain global recognition and a portion of the 50,000 EUR prize money.
Categories – the UN Sustainable Development Goals (1-15)
All submissions should be in line with one of the following 15 UN SDGs.
- No poverty
- Zero hunger
- Goodhealth and well-being
- Quality education
- Gender equality
- Clean water and sanitation
- Affordable and clean energy
- Decent work and economic growth
- Industry, innovation and infrastructure
- Reduced inequalities
- Sustainable cities and communities
- Responsible consumption and production
- Climate action
- Life below water
- Life on land
if Design Student Award Benefits
- Recognition: Winning a design award is a reward for your great work during university.
- Networking and PR: Get your name out in the wider design community! Winning an award can open doors to future jobs and more.
- Funding: All winners are considered for part of EUR 50,000 in prize money.
- Challenge Yourself: See how well your design stacks up to other students around the world.
Evaluation Criteria & Jury Process
The iF DESIGN STUDENT AWARD Jury evaluates all entries using five updated criteria.
Problem-Solving: Does it solve a problem?
- Degree of innovation
- Degree of elaboration
- Uniqueness
- Use value and usability
Moral-Ethic Standards: Does it reflect or promote high moral-ethical standards?
- Human dignity
- Respect for the individual justice and fairness
- Awareness of environmental standards
- Social responsibility
Solidarity: Does it strengthen group relations?
- Sensitivity for cultural traditions and power relations
- Concern for common goals and the collective
- Addressing social conflict through dialogue
Economic Calculation: Does it make economic sense?
- Efficient use of resources
- Feasibility and ease of implementation
- Long-term perspective
- Profitability
Beneficial Experiences: Does it create a positive experience?
- Respect for the individual, justice and fairness, positive experience and fun
- Aesthetic potential, spatial ambience
- Social responsibility, comfort and pleasure
How To Apply for if Design Student Award
Click Here to apply
Application Deadline: 5 February 2025